In 1899, Illinois and Colorado established a new “Children’s Court.” The idea was to substitute treatment and care for punishment of delinquent youths. These changes were promoted by child advocates such as the famous social activist Jane Addams and crusading judges like Denver’s Ben Lindsey, as well as influential women’s organizations and bar associations. Over […]
Barry Krisberg
Barry Krisberg is president of the National Council on Crime and Delinquency, which is based in Oakland, California.